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Mark Manker

1964 - 2020

Mark Manker obituary, 1964-2020, Vancouver, WA

BORN

1964

DIED

2020

Mark Manker Obituary


MARK MANKER
January 15, 1964 ˜ September 14, 2020

Mark Manker passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 14, 2020. He was 56 years of age. Mark was born in Portland, OR on Jan. 15, 1964. He was adopted at birth by Lloyd and Lois Manker and lived the majority of his life in Vancouver, WA. Mark’s father, Lloyd, also passed away unexpectedly in 1973 when Mark was just a young boy.
Mark graduated from Hudson’s Bay High School in 1982. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army National Guard and served until 1984. Soon thereafter his oldest daughter, Jennifer was born.
He then married Karen Malella in 1991 and they had four children of their own. His mother, Lois subsequently passed away in 1996.
In 2000, after adoption records were unsealed in Oregon, Mark was lucky enough to be reunited with his birth parents, Ken and Iris Andersen. Sadly, Ken passed away shortly thereafter in 2001 but the joy continued when Iris legally adopted him in 2002 and she was able to again call him her own.
Mark worked many places but was most passionate and proud of his job of 20 years with Intel Corporation where he worked as an Engineering Technician.
Mark was a diehard New Orleans Saints fan but his biggest love was his children and grandchildren whom he adored and bragged about constantly.
He is survived by his mother, Iris Andersen and her family; five children, Jennifer Ritter, Alexis Manker, Kaitlin Manker, Marc Manker and Dylan Manker; their mother, Karen Manker; three grandchildren, Matthew Ritter, Kaycen Manker and Isla Ritter; brother, Matthew Manker; and, of course, his four beloved chickens.
Due to COVID-19, a limited service with the family will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Military honors will take place at Willamette National Cemetery at a later date. Please celebrate Mark’s life by sharing a memory on the Columbian guest book or on the funeral home’s website. His kids really enjoy hearing all of the stories about their dad. We will all miss Mark terribly but cherish and find comfort in the many memories we each hold of him.

Published by The Columbian on Sep. 23, 2020.
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Still missing you brother, always there when I needed an ear, and I for you, just not the same my friend

Joshua S. Sargent

Friend

September 17, 2022

Was at work today and thought of you. Just needed to say I miss your spirit my friend!

Craig Wilbanks

February 17, 2022

Today while I was trying to make a call using my cars Bluetooth system it asked me if I said that I wanted to call you, and my heart physically hurt at the thought that if I did call you aren’t here anymore to answer me. The day that you passed you didn’t answer my phone call and you always answered when I would call. The last time I called was when I needed your help learning how to change my car’s oil. You helped me but let me do it mostly on my own and you were so proud of me that day I don’t think I’ve ever seen you so proud honestly. There are so many things that I wish I could say to you and so many things I wish you would be here for. I am doing my best to stay strong but I’ve never felt a pain like this before.

I wish you weren’t gone Dad. I wasn’t ready for you to leave.

Alexis Manker

Daughter

October 29, 2020

It really is hard to believe that you are gone forever. Life sure can change quickly and without any warning. There are so many things you are going to miss out on Mark. The boys graduating high school, Dylan driving, Marc entering the military, walking our daughters down the aisle, the addition of more grandchildren, future graduations, birthdays and holiday celebrations, and so much more. You are going to miss Isla's first birthday and Kaycen's first baseball game. There are so many milestones and events that you should be here for! I am so angry at you for leaving me alone in all of this... I am still trying to pick up the pieces with our children and grandchildren who are each grieving for you in their own way. They all loved you so much and I know that you loved each of them immensely. Kaycen carries a picture of you in his wallet which he protects fiercely. The kids want to keep your clothing and personal effects just to have something with your smell and keep your memory alive. I will do my best to remind them of all the good times we had. We are blessed to have so many pictures and home videos that we can share together. We will certainly cherish those times forever. I truly hope you are at peace Mark and free from any pain. You will be terribly missed by all of us.

Karen Manker

Family

October 27, 2020

I knew Mark during grade school he was one of my best friends while attending Burton Elementary school. Sorry to hear of his passing.

The photo is from a Field trip to Mt Hamilton June 1976 Burton
Top row; Joann Olesen, Nick Abbott, Rod Dickerson, Todd Poyfair, Dan Fronk, Bob Morris, Bob Moon, Susan Nowell, Christy Blair
bottom row: Robert Duer, ?, Curtis James, Mark Manker, David?

Gerald Barber

Classmate

October 15, 2020

Mark was a very easy guy to work with. His upbeat energy made him be a person you would like to surround yourself with. I worked with him for 7 plus years as a subcontractor and when something needed done I could just call him and he would take care of it. End of story.
Will surely miss him. My condolences to his family.

Keith Tucker

Coworker

September 27, 2020

Worked with Mark for many years. Always had a huge laugh and even bigger heart. He will be missed.

Daniel Cessna

Coworker

September 27, 2020

Mark was always a joy to talk to and was just one of the few wonderful people that you have a chance to meet. I knew him through his work at Intel. He will be missed and will be remembered.

Steve Early

Coworker

September 27, 2020

I’m so sorry to hear this, I talked to Mark in July shortly before leaving the Ronler campus, he was always so upbeat and pleasant to be around. What a sadness.

Tina Williams

Coworker

September 26, 2020

I met Mark for the first time in 1989. Shortly thereafter, our family was fortunate enough to have him become a member when he wed my sister. Mark and I shared some of the craziest times of my young adulthood, so wild in fact that it is best kept between us and the friends who were there. Mark was always there for anyone who needed a hand in a time of need and especially for those closest to him. Nothing was too much to ask from Mark.
Our family was blessed by Mark and Karen’s additions to our family with their children Alexis, Kaitlin, Marc, Dylan and grandson Kaycen. He was also a terrific and loving Uncle to my children.
Mark’s impact on all our lives will be immeasurably missed, but never forgotten.
Rest in peace my friend my brother..

Rich Malella

Family

September 25, 2020

I met Mark for the first time in 1989. Shortly thereafter, our family was fortunate enough to have him become a member when he wed my sister. Mark and I shared some of the craziest times of my young adulthood, so wild in fact that it is best kept between us and the friends who were there. Mark was always there for anyone who needed a hand in a time of need and especially for those closest to him. Nothing was too much to ask from Mark.
Our family was blessed by Mark and Karen’s additions to our family with their children Alexis, Kaitlin, Marc, Dylan and grandson Kaycen. He was also a terrific and loving Uncle to my children.
Mark’s impact on all our lives will be immeasurably missed, but never forgotten.
Rest in peace my friend my brother..

Rich Malella

September 25, 2020

So sorry to hear about the loss of Mark. I have know Mark for eight years. During that time he was always cheerful, kind, and considerate to all he worked with. He always had a kind word to say and never spoke a bad word about others. He did everything with zeal and enthusiasm. His smile was infectious and would place any one at ease. RIP Mark.

Ben Martin

Friend

September 25, 2020

I met Mark and family at my home church, Orchards United Methodist in Vancouver many years ago. Mark and I had many laughs during those early years. Life changes and that was the case for Mark and family. Mark would show up at church several times each year. He was always so humble when kind when we would talk. I was proud to call him my friend.

Jay Kitchin

Friend

September 24, 2020

I love you brother, I'll cherish our friendship always.

Joshua Sargent SR.

Friend

September 24, 2020

Mark was always so caring to my oldest daughter Maddie who's best friend is Kaitlin. He was a great guy!!!

Laura McClelland

Friend

September 24, 2020

I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to Marks family during time of grief. Mark meant a lot to me to. I feel like I've lost a brother and friend.
The 1st time I met Mark was shortly after his adoption. He was a gorgeous baby with the biggest brown eyes I have ever seen. His eyes were like a Margaret Keane painting. Over the years we lost contact due to deaths in our family. My father and his, were twins.
We once found out after a couple moves that we moved down the street from each other but didn't even know it!
Now I live in California but we have been connected via social media and an occasional phone call. I always enjoyed the connection because I am now retired and he was a lifeline for me. Loved hearing about his family and how they made him so proud. Some of their antics that I will not elaborate on. Of course those chickens of his. He tried so hard to be a good dad and human being. Sometimes we don't know what we have until it's gone.
He will always live in my heart and I will miss him so much. We will always be family not because of bloodline connection but because of love.
My prayer for Mark is to be resting peacefully and painlessly.
Luv ya Cuz

Winona Hendrickson

Family

September 23, 2020

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